New York Headquarters

Young Leaders Intern

Through a combination of educational, fundraising, advocacy and service initiatives and events, HIAS’ Young Leaders (HYL)
- a group of dedicated Jewish young professionals and students in their
20s and 30s - generate new and creative ways to help the organization
continue its longstanding mission of rescue, resettlement and
reunification, while bringing a new generation into the HIAS family.

HIAS seeks a student to work 15 hours per week during the spring semester.

The internship will focus on the following areas:
1) Be responsible for designing and managing an archival system and
presentation materials from HIAS Young Leaders past documents and
photos.

2) Work with Young Leaders Coordinator to research and
create more comprehensive publicity methods and resources for HIAS
Young Leaders events and initiatives.

3) Assist in ongoing facilitation of HIAS Young Leaders Community Service Projects including, but not limited to:
a) Refugee Enrichment Program that serves refugees en route to the U.S.
b) Programs to serve the NY local émigré community

4) Assist in planning and implementation of Young Leadership events including, but not limited to:
a) Benefit Parties
b) Educational Events
b) Advocacy Mission to Washington DC

5) The Young Leadership intern will also assist in the following areas as needed:
a) Outreach phone calls, emails, mailings
b) Research
c) Database upkeep
d) General administrative support

QUALIFICATIONS:
proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet; strong research and
writing skills; strong interpersonal and communication skills;
willingness to learn; background working with immigrants/other cultures
desirable; proficiency in one or more of the following languages a
plus: Russian, Spanish, Farsi; experience in designing printed
materials are helpful, but not required; a flexible schedule allowing
for after-hours meetings is beneficial.

CREDIT: If possible, credit will be provided.

SUPERVISION: Intern will work closely with Young Leaders Coordinator.

WHEN TO APPLY: Applicants are encouraged to submit information as early as possible. Although this internship is slated for the spring, if
there is mutual interest, it can be extended.

Please send resume and cover letter to Miriam Ignatoff, Young Leaders Coordinator, HIAS, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10001; email miriam.ignatoff@hias.org, fax 212-967-4356, Attn: Miriam Ignatoff.

No phone calls please. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

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New York Headquarters Washington DC	New York Headquarters Young Leaders Intern Through a combination of educational, fundraising, advocacy and service initiatives and events, HIAS’ Young Leaders (HYL) - a group of dedicated Jewish young professionals and students in their 20s and 30s - generate new and creative ways to help the organization continue its longstanding mission of rescue, resettlement and reunification, while bringing a new generation into the HIAS family. HIAS seeks a student to work 15 hours per week during the spring semester. The internship will focus on the following areas: 1) Be responsible for designing and managing an archival system and presentation materials from HIAS Young Leaders past documents and photos. 2) Work with Young Leaders Coordinator to research and create more comprehensive publicity methods and resources for HIAS Young Leaders events and initiatives. 3) Assist in ongoing facilitation of HIAS Young Leaders Community Service Projects including, but not limited to: a) Refugee Enrichment Program that serves refugees en route to the U.S. b) Programs to serve the NY local émigré community 4) Assist in planning and implementation of Young Leadership events including, but not limited to: a) Benefit Parties b) Educational Events b) Advocacy Mission to Washington DC 5) The Young Leadership intern will also assist in the following areas as needed: a) Outreach phone calls, emails, mailings b) Research c) Database upkeep d) General administrative support QUALIFICATIONS: proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet; strong research and writing skills; strong interpersonal and communication skills; willingness to learn; background working with immigrants/other cultures desirable; proficiency in one or more of the following languages a plus: Russian, Spanish, Farsi; experience in designing printed materials are helpful, but not required; a flexible schedule allowing for after-hours meetings is beneficial. CREDIT: If possible, credit will be provided. SUPERVISION: Intern will work closely with Young Leaders Coordinator. WHEN TO APPLY: Applicants are encouraged to submit information as early as possible. Although this internship is slated for the spring, if there is mutual interest, it can be extended. Please send resume and cover letter to Miriam Ignatoff, Young Leaders Coordinator, HIAS, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10001; email miriam.ignatoff@hias.org, fax 212-967-4356, Attn: Miriam Ignatoff. No phone calls please. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.